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How India’s Boycott Could Deliver a Major Blow to Pakistan Cricket | TDG Explainer

April 28, 2025, 10:45 am

India-Pakistan relations have taken a sharp turn for the worse following the fatal terrorist strike in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians, predominantly tourists.
New Delhi has blamed Pakistan for planning the attack, terming it the worst terror attack on civilians since the 26/11 Mumbai attacks in 2008. In retaliation, New Delhi suspended the Indus Water Treaty, shut the Attari-Wagah checkpost, and stopped issuing Pakistani visas.

Pakistan, in its policy of denial, rejected any role in the attack. In spite of long-standing accusations of sheltering terror organizations, Islamabad struck back by suspending the Simla Agreement and closing Pakistani airspace to Indian planes.

Sports Community Demands Total Boycott

The outrage after the Pahalgam incident over-flowed into the sporting world as well. Some of the country’s former cricketers, including former India captain Sourav Ganguly, demanded a total boycott of Pakistan in international cricket.

This boycott, if enacted, would not only be against bilateral series but also ICC events such as the World Cup, where India and Pakistan matches garner huge interest around the world.

How a Cricket Boycott Could Impact Pakistani Cricket

An Indian boycott would be disastrous for broadcasters and sporting bodies. In the world of cricket, no match garners as much attention as an India-Pakistan clash. The rivalry between the two nations is regarded as one of the most intense across all sports.

The financial stakes underline the hype. According to a report by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), Indo-Pak matches have generated approximately ₹10,000 crore (around $1.3 billion) over the past two decades. Advertising revenues further highlight the match’s value—companies paid ₹50 lakh for a 10-second ad spot during the India-Pakistan Champions Trophy match in Dubai.

Sam Balsara, chairman at media and marketing company Madison World, encapsulated the business potential by stating, “The India-Pakistan match has the potential to cut through advertiser inertia and budget constraints,” according to a report by The Economic Times.

Pakistan Cricket Board’s Dependence on ICC Revenue for Financials

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is largely dependent on money obtained through the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) revenue-sharing programme for the 2024-27 period. That was acknowledged openly by Ramiz Raja, erstwhile cricketer and former CEO of PCB, during his time in office.

The ICC is a politicised institution divided along the Asian and Western blocs and 90 per cent of its revenues come from India. It is scary,” Raja had said in October 2021 when he was just one month into his tenure as PCB chief.

In a sense India’s business houses are controlling Pakistan cricket and if the Indian PM tomorrow decides he won’t give any funding to Pakistan, this cricket board can implode,” he had warned further.

India’s Stranglehold over ICC Revenues

Under the existing ICC revenue model, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) receives $231 million, which is 38.5% of the total share. England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Cricket Australia, both members of the cricket “Big Three,” receive slightly more than 6% each.

PCB, the sole board other than these giants to receive a substantial share, receives 5.75%—which is equivalent to $34.51 million.

Though BCCI gets the biggest share, it also pays more substantially, pegged at producing 70–80% of ICC’s total revenues. The boom in broadcast rights, abetted by India’s vast cricket-crazy fan base, has made India the economic juggernaut of international cricket.

While The Ashes (England against Australia) have their historical grandeur, on the financial side it does not even come close to an India-Pakistan game.

How PCB May Be Affected if India Boycotts

If India pulls out of matches against Pakistan, the financial implications would resonate across ICC tournaments. Broadcasters always insist India and Pakistan are kept in the same group at ICC tournaments and Asia Cups in order to gain maximum viewership and advertising revenues.

Removing India-Pakistan matches would thus reduce the ICC’s total revenue. And as ICC revenues fall, Pakistan would lose an important indirect revenue stream, further destabilizing PCB’s financial base.

Although the boycott may not directly cripple Pakistani cricket, it would inflict a serious economic blow. The pressure on PCB’s already weak financial health would mount, compelling it to seek alternative revenue models to survive.

The Pahalgam terror attack has sparked tensions beyond diplomacy and security into the sporting arena. A complete Indian boycott of Pakistan in cricket could redefine the financial landscape of global cricket, hitting hard the PCB and even the ICC itself. Whether sports and politics can be kept apart under such high-severity strife is a key question in the coming months.

Saud Shakeel Mocks PCB Over Coaching Chaos: “Will Appoint a Coach No One Can Remove”

April 4, 2025, 5:04 pm

Pakistan cricketer Saud Shakeel has caused ripples with a caustic but biting statement against the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on the issue of the board’s perpetual unrest over coaching assignments. In one recent interview that quickly went viral on social media, Saud Shakeel made a jibing slap at the PCB’s failure to retain a fixed head coach.

When the 18-second video went viral, the anchor in it asked Saud Shakeel what he would do if the PCB made him chairman. Shakeel replied without blinking, “The first thing I will do is bring in a permanent coach for three years, whom nobody can remove, not even when I’m no longer the chairman.” The anchor giggled, and people online repeated his lines.

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— PACE is PACE Yar (@PACEisPACEYar) April 3, 2025

Shakeel’s remark is a sign of general discontent among players and fans regarding the PCB’s recent actions. Interim coach Aaqib Javed reports that Pakistan has replaced 16 coaches and 26 selectors in only the past two years—a frightening pace by any measure.

Coaching Carousel: A Timeline of PCB’s Recent Changes

Coaching sessions have been nothing less than disorganized. Following Mickey Arthur’s sacking ahead of the T20 World Cup, Mohammad Hafeez held charge for a while. The board then appointed Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie. Kirsten, the ex-head coach of South Africa, quit after six months as the white-ball coach. Gillespie resigned in December, soon after he was taken off the selection panel.

The upheaval hasn’t left the captaincy untouched, either. In the wake of a disastrous 2023 ODI World Cup, Shaheen Afridi replaced Babar Azam in T20Is, and Shan Masood replaced him in Tests. But the musical chairs went on—Shaheen was dumped after a single series, Babar was reinstated briefly, and Mohammad Rizwan replaced him before facing the flak after Pakistan’s humiliating Champions Trophy exit.

The instability has also been seen in performances. Pakistan lost a 0-2 series against New Zealand, including an 84-run loss in Hamilton. The last ODI will be held in Mount Maunganui on Saturday, when Pakistan hopes to prevent a clean sweep.

Since Saud Shakeel’s statement is still trending, it’s certain the demand for structural stability in Pakistan cricket is getting louder.

Champions Trophy: Pakistan Cricket Board Takes 85% Loss After Costly Spending

March 17, 2025, 3:28 pm

Pakistan’s first international cricket tournament in 29 years, the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 turned into a money debacle for the Pakistan Cricket Board rather than being an occasion of joy. The board was said to incur an 85% loss following the expenditure of a whopping INR 869 crore (USD 85 million) to organize the event with most of the matches being rain-washed out or conducted elsewhere.

Gigantic Investment, Small Returns of Champions Trophy

In a report by The Telegraph India, it was estimated that the Pakistan Cricket Board had spent PKR 18 billion (some USD 58 million) to upgrade three facilities—Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Karachi. It was 50% more than the original budget. Another USD 40 million was also utilized for event planning. In spite of this, PCB could generate only USD 6 million as revenue from hosting fee, gate collections, and sponsorships, leaving them in a huge loss.

The tournament witnessed Pakistan’s national team play only one completed home match. Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan played against New Zealand in Lahore. Their match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi was, however, abandoned because of rain, along with two other matches in the tournament. After losing to New Zealand and India, Pakistan was eliminated from the tournament, cutting their campaign short.

Players Suffer the Loss of Money

The fiscal loss had drastic consequences, particularly for local cricketers. According to Pakistani newspaper Dawn, PCB severely cut match fees for the National T20 Championship by half, lowering them from INR 40,000 to INR 10,000—a reduction of 90%. Reserve players’ payments were also slashed by 87.5%.

The report pointed out that while PCB officials kept getting fat paychecks, local cricketers received budget adjustments rather than five-star hotel accommodations, which indicated the financial burden on the board.

A Dawn source revealed, ” The PCB had recently reduced match fees from Rs 40,000 to Rs 10,000 without any official announcement…however PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi intervened, rejecting the decision and directing the board’s domestic cricket department to reassess the matter. While the PCB has yet to officially disclose the revised amount, sources indicate it has been set at Rs 30,000 per match — Rs 10,000 less than last year.’

Champions Trophy Performance and Fallout

Pakistan’s Champions Trophy tournament was short. They lost an early game of their Group A match to New Zealand in Lahore before moving to Dubai to face India next. Their third and last group stage match against Bangladesh was abandoned as it was raining. Having only one match at home that they completed, their tournament came to an end in disappointment.

The huge financial setback has made PCB wrestle with its national cricket setup. The failure of the Champions Trophy 2025 has sparked worries over whether Pakistan will be able to host international tournaments in the future successfully. It also calls into question the board’s financial management and whether it can efficiently handle large-scale cricket tournaments.

Future Implications for Pakistan Cricket

With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 becoming a financial failure, the PCB will have to re-evaluate its hosting strategies for upcoming events. The losses have already reflected on player salaries and domestic tournament formats, and if the board does not revive soon, it might have lasting effects on Pakistan cricket.

The fiscal mismanagement of this event has precipitated controversies regarding PCB’s planning and administrative efficiency. In the future, the board will be required to implement tighter budgeting and revenue-raising measures to prevent such losses in future international events.

Kamran Akmal Says Pakistan Deserved to Be Left Out of Champions Trophy Ceremony

March 13, 2025, 10:58 am

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batsman Kamran Akmal spoke on the controversy of the lack of a Pakistan representative at the prize distribution ceremony of the just-concluded Champions Trophy. In his opinion, Pakistan did not deserve to be at the ceremony, citing the country’s poor cricket performance.

Kamran Akmal Criticizes Pakistan’s Absence in Prize Ceremony

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is protesting against the International Cricket Council (ICC) for not including an official from the host country at the prize ceremony after India’s win over New Zealand in the final. Now, the PCB is asking the ICC for an official explanation about the matter.

PCB Chief Executive and tournament director Sumair Ahmad Syed attended the venue in Dubai. As PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi was ill and could not attend, Sumair was the appointed representative. He was, however, nowhere to be found at the official ceremony, which caused an uproar from the PCB.

Akmal had this to say about the incident: “Pakistan’s cricket standards have gone down a lot, and hence this is not a nice thing.”.

The ICC showed us the mirror. The tournament’s director (Sumair) was there. He was available, and why wasn’t he in the ceremony? It is because we don’t deserve to be there. We are not playing good cricket. Minow teams have shown us the mirror,” Akmal stated on his YouTube channel.

“No one discussed how Pakistan hosted the tournament. If we play such cricket, we will be treated like this. If you play for yourself, there will be no respect,” he further added.

Miscommunication Between PCB and ICC?

Recent news indicates the PCB has also asked for a formal explanation from the ICC in this regard. The PCB did not notify the ICC that Sumair would be substituting Naqvi at the ceremony, ESPNcricinfo reports. The PCB, however, maintains that it was the ICC’s duty to call them for clarification.

While Pakistan looks for answers, this scandal has again brought to the fore the question of the country’s cricketing standards, with many voices, including Akmal’s, demanding drastic improvements.

Pakistan Officials Missing from Champions Trophy 2025 Final Ceremony: Here’s Why

March 10, 2025, 4:58 pm

The absence of a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) representative at the final presentation ceremony in Dubai during the Champions Trophy 2025 has caused controversy. Technical regulations imply that the omission was due to PCB’s very governance system.

The ceremony witnessed a lineup of eminent guests such as International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah, president of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Roger Binny, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, and New Zealand Cricket director Roger Twose. They awarded medals, jackets, and the trophy to the players. But in a surprising twist, no PCB official was present on the podium even though Pakistan had been the hosting country for the tournament.

PCB Officials Present but Not Invited to the Stage

As per news agency PTI, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi did not make the trip to Dubai for the final. Chief Operating Officer (COO) Sumair Ahmad, who was also the tournament director of the Pakistan leg, was at the venue but was not invited onto the stage.

This perceived slight angered the Pakistan cricket community. Media persons accused the ICC of bias, and great cricketer Wasim Akram also raised his voice of concern.

“From what I have learnt, the chairman wasn’t well, but the people from the PCB who were present in the final were Sumair Ahmad and Usman Wahla. These two guys were present, but neither of them was on the stage,” Akram told the DP World Dressing Room show.

“The question now is that we were the hosts, weren’t we? How come even the COO of the Pakistan Cricket Board or whoever it may be who was representing that chairman was not on the stage? Was he not invited on the stage? I don’t know what the story is, but it definitely looked odd to me as well while sitting here. It was very important to have a Pakistani on the stage. Even if he didn’t present the cup for the medal, somebody should have been there.”

Shoaib Akhtar Raises Question

Former cricketer Shoaib Akhtar expressed his surprise at PCB’s absence from the ceremony. He emphasized that Pakistan was the tournament’s host, and their absence set a wrong precedent. Akhtar urged the board members to reflect on this and admitted feeling deeply disappointed by their absence.

“India has won the Champions Trophy but I noticed there was no representative from the PCB after the final. Pakistan was hosting the Champions Trophy. I do not understand it. Why was nobody there to present the trophy? It is beyond me. It is something to think about. This is the world stage, you should have been here. Feeling very down to see that,” Akhtar said in a video posted on social media.

The best team of the tournament has won the Champions Trophy. That too without dropping a single match!! #India #championstrophy2025 pic.twitter.com/KUytSNyQi7

— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) March 9, 2025

Why No PCB Official Was on the Podium

A Cricbuzz report has explained the circumstances. Under the rules of the tournament, only board directors or elected members can be present on the podium for the final ceremony of presentation. Staff members of a cricket board, such as the COO or the tournament director, do not enjoy this privilege.

According to the same protocol, Andre Russell, the Dubai leg of the Champions Trophy’s tournament director, was also not invited on stage. Only members who were elected could take part in the official presentation ceremony.

This clarification suggests that PCB officials were not deliberately excluded but were simply ineligible under existing ICC rules. Despite the controversy, the tournament concluded successfully, and the debate over representation continues within the cricketing community.

Pakistan Agrees To ‘Hybrid Model’ For 2025 Champions Trophy; India’s Matches Likely In Dubai: Report

December 13, 2024, 9:22 pm

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has allegedly come to a consensus with the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the 2025 Champions Trophy to be conducted under a hybrid model. As reported by India Today, Pakistan is set to host 10 matches, whereas all of India’s fixtures, including their match against Pakistan, will take place in Dubai.

Should India be knocked out after the league stage, the knockout matches will then be relocated to venues in Lahore and Rawalpindi. Moreover, the BCCI and PCB have tentatively agreed that Pakistan will not travel to India for their matches during the 2026 T20 World Cup, with Pakistan’s matches likely being held in Sri Lanka, one of the co-hosting nations.

The report further indicated that the PCB will not receive any financial remuneration for losing the opportunity to host all the Champions Trophy matches. However, Pakistan is anticipated to host an ICC Women’s tournament post-2027. The PCB had originally suggested that its games be played in Colombo, although the locations for the semi-finals and final are yet to be finalized.

Also Read: Champions Trophy Hybrid Model Approved, But ICC’s Decision Could Cost India Dearly: Report

The tournament, scheduled to take place from February 19 to March 9, will include eight teams split into two groups, with the top two progressing to the semi-finals. This hybrid format resembles the 2023 ACC Men’s Asia Cup, in which Pakistan and India conducted their matches in separate nations.

Pakistan enters the tournament as the reigning champions, having defeated India in 2017 with a commanding 180-run win. At the same time, India and Australia continue to be the most victorious teams in Champions Trophy history, each having won two titles.

Terror Strikes Karachi! Will ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Move Out Of Pakistan? | WATCH

October 8, 2024, 10:34 am

Pakistan’s hopes of hosting the prestigious ICC Champions Trophy 2025 have been severely affected by a recent terror attack in Karachi. A deadly explosion near Jinnah International Airport on Sunday night (October 6) left two Chinese nationals dead and over 10 others injured. The blast, which targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers working on a power project, is being seen as a significant blow to Pakistan’s chances of successfully hosting the mega cricketing event next year.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had been working tirelessly to ensure that the country remains safe and stable in the lead-up to the ICC Champions Trophy, which was scheduled for February-March 2025. However, this latest “terrorist attack” could seriously jeopardize Pakistan’s chances of hosting top cricketing nations, with India’s participation now hanging in the balance.

Chinese Embassy Condemns Attack; BLA Claims Responsibility

The explosion, reportedly a suicide attack carried out by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), targeted Chinese engineers involved in a critical power project in Sindh province. The BLA’s Majeed Brigade has claimed responsibility for the attack, further complicating the situation. The Chinese embassy in Pakistan condemned the incident, vowing to “severely punish the murderer” responsible for the attack, while reiterating their concern over Chinese nationals’ safety in the country.

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#WATCH | At least three foreign nationals died while 17 others sustained injuries in a huge explosion near Jinnah International Airport, Karachi, reports Pakistan’s Geo News.

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— ANI (@ANI) October 7, 2024

The attack comes at a time when security in Pakistan is under intense scrutiny, with the PCB under pressure to guarantee the safety of international players and officials ahead of the Champions Trophy.

India’s Participation in Champions Trophy 2025 in Doubt

India’s reluctance to send its cricket team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy has already been a point of contention, and this latest incident seems to have further sealed the Men in Blue’s fate. While seven other participating nations had given the green light to travel to Pakistan, India’s government is now unlikely to clear the team’s participation given the current security concerns.

The terror attack is expected to prompt other cricket boards to reconsider their decision to send their teams to Pakistan, with the International Cricket Council (ICC) likely to address the issue in its next meeting. The PCB now faces an uphill task of convincing international boards about the safety and security of players, with the future of Pakistan as a host for the Champions Trophy hanging in the balance.

PCB Faces Uncertainty Ahead of Champions Trophy

The PCB has yet to issue a statement on the attack’s impact on their hosting rights for the Champions Trophy. Meanwhile, the England cricket team, already in Pakistan for a Test series, remains unaffected by the blast, though the incident has undoubtedly raised questions about future international events in the country. The coming weeks will be critical for the PCB as it navigates the challenges posed by the latest terror attack and the global response to it.

T20 World Cup: PCB Criticizes Team’s Behavior

June 25, 2024, 9:19 am

In the aftermath of Pakistan’s disappointing T20 World Cup performance in the USA, significant changes are anticipated within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The team failed to advance beyond the league stage, prompting PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to consider drastic measures to address the indiscipline and lackluster performance that plagued the squad.

A reliable source within the PCB revealed that Naqvi is particularly dismayed with the actions of certain senior officials, whom he holds responsible for the current state of affairs. “You can expect the PCB to lose senior management level officials and also enforce some strict policies for the players in future,” the source stated.

Central to the controversy is the decision to allow players to bring their families along for the tournament. This move has drawn significant criticism, with players reportedly bringing not just their wives and children, but also their parents and siblings, who all stayed in the team hotel. The PCB chairman’s discontent has been further fueled by revelations that some senior officials—described by the source as more fans than professionals—approved these arrangements, thereby undermining team discipline.

As part of a broader clean-up operation, the PCB is likely to introduce a stringent code of conduct for players, including a policy decision to prohibit players from having their families accompany them to major events such as ICC tournaments. This move aims to restore focus and discipline within the team, which Naqvi sees as crucial for future success.

The PCB chief has also demanded a comprehensive performance assessment report from all senior management officials. His dissatisfaction extends beyond the World Cup debacle to include the slow progress in preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy, which Pakistan is set to host early next year.

In light of these developments, the PCB is on the brink of a significant restructuring, with expectations of high-level dismissals and the imposition of stricter regulations to prevent a recurrence of the issues that contributed to Pakistan’s lackluster World Cup campaign.

Pakistan Women’s Cricket Stars Bismah Maroof and Ghulam Fatima Injured in Minor Car Accident:PCB

April 6, 2024, 11:47 am

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stated that Bismah Maroof, captain of the Pakistan women’s team, and spinner Ghulam Fatima suffered ‘minor injuries’ following a car accident on Friday evening.

On Saturday, the PCB issued a statement acknowledging that the two players were involved in a minor car accident. However, the cricket governing body refrained from disclosing any additional details regarding the incident.

“The Pakistan Cricket Board has provided an update regarding two of its women players, Bismah Maroof and Ghulam Fatima, who were involved in a minor car accident on Friday evening. Despite sustaining minor injuries, both players received immediate first aid and are currently under the care of the PCB medical team,” PCB’s statement was quoted by ICC as saying.

The statement further mentioned that both Bismah and Ghulam are presently among the probables attending the training camp for the upcoming series against West Indies.

“Both players are part of the probables attending a training camp for the upcoming series against the West Indies, scheduled to begin on 18 April,” it added.

The ‘Women in Green’ are set to host the Windies for a three-match ODI series, which will be followed by five T20Is.

Probable squad for the Pakistan Women’s team includes Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Bismah Maroof, Diana Baig, Fatima Sana, Ghulam Fatima, Gul Feroza, Muneeba Ali, Najiha Alvi (Wk), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Nida Dar, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz (Wk), Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani, and Waheeda Akhtar.

Former PCB Chairman Shaharyar Khan Passes Away

March 23, 2024, 1:00 pm

Shaharyar Khan, former chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), passed away at the age of 89 after battling a prolonged illness in Lahore on Saturday.

PCB released a statement to announce the demise of Shaharyar Khan which read, “The Pakistan Cricket Board, through its Chairman, the Board of Governors and employees, expresses deep sadness and sorrow over the passing away of former Chairman PCB Shaharyar Khan earlier this morning, in Lahore. He was 89.”

According to sources close to the family, Shaharyar Khan had been unwell for an extended period and will be laid to rest in Karachi, as reported by Geo News Urdu. Prominent journalist Nauman Niaz extended condolences on the passing of former PCB chairman.

Pakistan’s ex Foreign Secretary, United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary General to Rwanda, former Chairman of the PCB, Shahryar M Khan has passed away in Lahore, aged 89.
إِنَّا ِلِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ
Extremely literate, from Bhopal, affable,… pic.twitter.com/bEa3m8vMTp

— Dr. Nauman Niaz (@DrNaumanNiaz) March 23, 2024

In December 2003, Shaharyar succeeded Gen Tauqir Zia as PCB chairman during a period marked by the board’s tarnished reputation due to financial mismanagement and accusations of nepotism. Following his appointment, the board underwent a significant transformation, emerging as a more robustly managed entity. His leadership played a pivotal role in reshaping Pakistan’s cricket landscape.

In 2004, he named former English cricketer Bob Woolmer as the coach of the national team, a move that quickly yielded positive results as the team exhibited greater stability.

He encountered challenges on the international front amid the rapid rise of India’s influence in the cricketing world. In October 2006, his tenure concluded prematurely, two months before his contract was set to end. He faced accusations of inadequately managing players during the Darrell Hair-Oval crisis. In 2006, umpires Darrell Hair and Billy Doctrove alleged that the Pakistan team engaged in ball tampering during the fourth day of the fourth Test against England.

He assumed the role of PCB chairman after a distinguished political career. From 1957 to 1994, he held various positions including Pakistan’s foreign secretary, ambassador, and high commissioner. He served as a Third Secretary in London, Second Secretary in Tunis, and was appointed Pakistan’s Ambassador to Jordan in 1976, later posted to London in 1987. Additionally, Shaharyar served as Pakistan’s Ambassador to France from 1999 to 2001.

He also served as the team manager of the Pakistan national men’s team during the 1999 tour of India and the ICC Cricket World Cup 2003.

His second term as the PCB chairman commenced in 2014 amidst a period of turmoil within Pakistan cricket. The chairman position witnessed several changes between Najam Sethi and Zaka Ashraf. Shaharyar was ultimately reinstated as the chairman after being unanimously voted in by the PCB’s board of governors.

The PCB extended condolences to the family of Shaharyar Khan.

“On behalf of the PCB, I express my deep condolences and grief over the passing of former Chairman Shaharyar Khan. He was a fine administrator and served Pakistan Cricket with utmost dedication,” said Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi as quoted from a statement by Pakistan Cricket.

“Pakistan Cricket will stay indebted to the late Shaharyar Khan for his commendable role as head of the board and for his services in the growth and development of the game in the country,” he added.

Pakistan to Host Tri-Series with NZ, SA Before Champions Trophy: PCB Chairman

March 16, 2024, 11:46 am

Mohsin Naqvi, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, announced that Pakistan is set to host a tri-series involving New Zealand and South Africa in February, shortly before the Champions Trophy next year.

The PCB chairman has extended invitations to Roger Twose, Chairman of New Zealand Cricket, and Lawson Naidoo, Chairman of Cricket South Africa, to visit Pakistan for the upcoming triangular ODI series.

Naqvi emphasized that the forthcoming tri-series will be a thrilling event, marking Pakistan’s return to hosting such tournaments after a considerable period. He expressed gratitude to New Zealand Cricket and Cricket South Africa for their agreement to participate in the tri-series.

“The tri-series between Pakistan, South Africa and New Zealand will be an exciting event and it is after a long time that Pakistan will host such a tournament. I would like to thank the heads of NZC and CSA for agreeing to participate in the Tri-series. The PCB is also looking forward to hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 which will be a great pleasure for Pakistan to host the top eight ODI teams on its soil,” the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman said, according to a statement.

Prior to the T20 World Cup, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revealed on Wednesday that New Zealand is scheduled to visit the country for a five-match T20 series. The series is slated to occur from April 18 to 27, with the Kiwi team arriving in Pakistan on April 14 to allow for ample training and practice sessions in preparation for the T20 World Cup, commencing in June.

This marks the Black Caps’ third visit to Pakistan in the past 17 months. Their initial visit took place from December 2022 to January 2023, during which they competed in two Tests and three ODIs against the Men in Green.

The Test series of 2022-23 concluded in a 0-0 draw, whereas New Zealand secured victory in the ODI series with a 2-1 scoreline. Earlier this year, Pakistan visited New Zealand and suffered a 4-1 defeat in the T20Is. The first three T20I matches of the ongoing series will be held in Rawalpindi, after which the visiting team will proceed to Lahore for the remaining two games.

Full schedule:
1st T20I in Rawalpindi: April 8.
2nd T20I in Rawalpindi: April 20.
3rd T20I in Rawalpindi: April 21.
4th T20I in Lahore: April 25.
5th T20I in Lahore: April 27.

Mohammad Hafeez to serve as Pakistan head coach for Australia, NZ tours

November 17, 2023, 1:42 pm

ESPNcricinfo reports that Mohammad Hafeez, a former cricket player, has been named Pakistan’s head coach for the upcoming tour of Australia and New Zealand.
The director of the Pakistan team was named Hafeez. Mickey Arthur had previously held the position until a reorganization and captain Babar Azam’s resignation.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will now combine the roles of head coach and team director, according to ESPNcricinfo. Hafeez will currently have a dual role in their next three Test matches, which are scheduled for December and January in Australia, and their five Twenty20 Internationals, which are scheduled for January in New Zealand.

Hafeez was a member of the PCB Cricket Technical Committee until recently. In 2017, the Pakistan Men’s team won the ICC Champions Trophy in England with the help of the former all-rounder.
The coaching staff of Pakistan has had their portfolios altered by the PCB. While the PCB will reveal the new coaching staff in due course for the forthcoming series in Australia and New Zealand, all coaches will remain employed by the National Cricket Academy.
Famous batsman Babar Azam of Pakistan on Wednesday declared his decision to resign from captaincy in all forms of the game following his team’s disastrous performance in the 2023 ICC World Cup in India.

During the ODI World Cup 2023, Pakistan lost five of their nine matches, including one to their bitter rival India by seven wickets. The ‘Men in Green’ knew going into their final league game of the tournament that their chances of making it to the playoffs were extremely slim. They needed to win by a huge margin in order to force an enormous swing in net run rate. But the chance of that happening quickly vanished as England, the 2019 champions, amassed a sizable first-inning lead and won by 93 runs.
Morne Morkel stepped down as the Pakistan Men’s team’s bowling coach earlier this week. In June of this year, the former fast bowler from South Africa signed a six-month contract to play for Pakistan.

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PCB Chief Zaka Ashraf Faces Accusations of Misdoings; alleged by PCB committee

November 3, 2023, 1:22 pm

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Zaka Ashraf has been accused of “flagrant misdoings and unconstitutional decisions” as his tenure comes to an end, according to a report by ESPNcricinfo. A report by ESPNcricinfo revealed that these allegations came from Zulfiqar Malik, a management committee member of the PCB, who addressed Zaka Ashraf and the management committee through an email. Additionally, copies of this email were forwarded to Pakistan’s Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) and the Prime Minister’s Office.

In his email, Malik pointed out that various wrongdoings had taken place over time without consulting or obtaining approval from most members of the PCB. “I have noted some flagrant misdoings and unconstitutional decisions by management that I wish to bring on record to absolve myself from the unconstitutional decisions and wrongdoings that have taken place over the period of time without consultation or approval of most members,” Malik wrote, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. Malik argued that the PCB chief made many long-term decisions that violated the committee’s mandate.

Some of these decisions included the appointment of former chief selector Inzamam ul Haq, as well as the appointments of several directors, consultants, and officials without the consultation or approval of most members. He also raised concerns about budget approvals, legal counsel hiring, and the sidelining of key officials.

In response, the PCB defended its decision-making processes, stating that every decision adheres to the constitution and is intended to ensure the day-to-day operations of the PCB continue without obstacles. In reply, the PCB stated that every decision is made in accordance with the constitution and defended the nature of decision-making, as confirmed by ESPNcricinfo.

The email from Malik was sent on October 3, and a week later, the IPC requested a comprehensive report from the PCB regarding its operations, including updates on election progress. However, the PCB has yet to provide the requested report. Zaka Ashraf’s four-month tenure as the PCB chief is set to conclude on November 5.

PAKISTAN COACH TO MISS 2ND TEST AGAINST KIWIS

December 23, 2020, 4:36 am

LONDON: Pakistan bowling coach Waqar Younis will return home after the first Test against New Zealand — which will be played from December 26-30 at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui — to meet his family, whom he has not met since June.

Waqar had requested the team management to be granted leave so that he can spend additional time with his immediate family, which will be in Lahore before returning to Sydney, Australia, on January 17, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a statement on Tuesday.

He will rejoin the side in time for the series against South Africa, which starts with the first Test in Karachi on January 26.

“Considering Waqar has not seen his family since June, we took a pragmatic view of his request and have allowed him to return home early ” said Pakistan manager Mansoor Rana.

Pak pacer Amir retires from international cricket

December 18, 2020, 5:14 am

Left-arm Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has announced his retirement from international cricket, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Thursday.

Earlier, in a video apparently recorded in Sri Lanka where he had been playing in Lanka Premier League (LPL), Amir said that he had been “mentally tortured” and didn’t want to continue playing under the current PCB management.

“PCB chief executive Wasim Khan spoke with Mohammad Amir this afternoon following reports that the fast bowler had announced his retirement from international cricket,” said a PCB statement.

“The 28-year-old confirmed to the PCB chief executive that he has no desires or intensions of playing international cricket and as such, he should not be considered for future international matches (sic). This is a personal decision of Mohammad Amir, which the PCB respects, and as such, will not make any further comment on this matter at this stage,” it said.

The left-armer, who played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 50 T20Is in which he scalped a total of 259 wickets, had earlier said in the video that he would be reaching Pakistan in a few days from Sri Lanka, where he played in the inaugural edition of the LPL for Galle Gladiators. He said he would release a more detailed note stating his reasons for retirement.

“I don’t think I can play cricket under this management. I am leaving cricket, for now. I am being mentally tortured. I cannot handle it. I have seen it enough from 2010-2015. I have to repeatedly hear that PCB invested a lot in me. However it is not the case. I am thankful to Shahid Afridi as he gave me chances when I came back after the ban and will also thank Najam Sethi (former PCB chairman),” said Amir in the video making the rounds on social media.

“Everyone wants to play for their country. They (PCB) just keep saying that I left Test cricket for other leagues around the world. However, the fact is that I made the comeback through BPL. If I was dying (to play) for leagues then I could have said I don’t want to play for Pakistan. Every month there is someone who is saying Amir ditched us. In two days, I will reach Pakistan and then I will release a statement,” he said.

Amir was part of the Pakistan squad that won the T20 World Cup in 2009 and was also part of the squad that won the Champions Trophy in 2017.

However, his career faced a downward spiral when he was banned for five years for his involvement in the 2010 spot-fixing scandal during the tour of England.

After serving his five-year ban, he returned to international cricket in 2015 and made his Test return in 2016. Amir, in 2018, called time on his Test career to focus entirely on white-ball cricket.